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Treatment of High-Flow Vascular Malformations by Venous Embolization Aided by Flow Occlusion Techniques

Journal Article · · Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/S002709900068· OSTI ID:21080504
 [1];  [2];  [1]
  1. Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Royal Postgraduate Medical School, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London W12 OHS (United Kingdom)
  2. Department of Surgery, St. Mary's Hospital, Praed Street, London W2 (United Kingdom)
Purpose: Transvenous embolization techniques may be helpful as alternatives to the arterial route when treating high-flow vascular malformations. We present our experience using these techniques in four patients. Methods: In one patient the venous portion of the arteriovenous malformation (AVM) was punctured directly; in the other three patients it was catheterized via a retrograde venous approach. Flow occlusion techniques were utilized in all patients during embolization, which was performed with absolute alcohol or N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate.Results: Excellent clinical and angiographic results were obtained, with obliteration of arteriovenous shunting in all patients. There were no complications.Conclusion: The embolization of certain AVMs using a venous approach is a safe and effective treatment.
OSTI ID:
21080504
Journal Information:
Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, Journal Name: Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 19; ISSN 0174-1551; ISSN CAIRDG
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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